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reversal

释义

reversal

noun

UK /rɪˈvɜː(r)s(ə)l/

Word Forms

singular	reversal
plural	reversals

1
countable/uncountable a change in something, so that it becomes the opposite of what it was
reversal of:
We saw a marked reversal of trends in oil prices.
a reversal of fortune(s):
The economy is suffering a dramatic reversal of fortune.
Synonyms and related words
Changes
effect
change
trend
2
countable a problem, difficulty, or failure that prevents you from being successful
The events were a reversal for the government and its allies.
Synonyms and related words
Failure
fail
fiasco
debacle
Synonyms and related words
Things that make things difficult
problem
obstacle
complication
3
countable/uncountable a situation in which you and another person exchange your activities or status
a reversal of roles
Synonyms and related words
Changing social or professional status
acquire
ascent
bankrupt

reversal

noun

US /rɪˈvɜrs(ə)l/

Word Forms

singular	reversal
plural	reversals

1
countable/uncountable a change in something, so that it becomes the opposite of what it was
reversal of:
We saw a marked reversal of trends in oil prices.
a reversal of fortune(s):
The economy is suffering a dramatic reversal of fortune.
Synonyms and related words
Changes
change
effect
trend
2
countable a problem, difficulty, or failure that prevents you from being successful
The events were a reversal for the government and its allies.
Synonyms and related words
Failure
fail
fiasco
debacle
Synonyms and related words
Things that make things difficult
problem
obstacle
complication
3
countable/uncountable a situation in which you and another person trade your activities or status
a reversal of roles
Synonyms and related words
Changing social or professional status
acquire
ascent
bankrupt

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